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Russell Westbrook Why Not? High

Los Angeles County Office of Education · Los Angeles County · 1755 West 52nd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90062-2347

(213) 745-4928 · www.russellwestbrookwhynoths.org

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3/10
#978
Rank 978 out of 1,227
Top 80%
English Language Arts2/10 · #1027 · 16th percentile
Mathematics4/10 · #793 · 36th percentile
Science2/10 · #1147 · 11th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Russell Westbrook Why Not? High is a charter school in South Los Angeles serving students who benefit from a more personalized, supportive environment than a large traditional high school might offer. The school draws families looking for smaller class sizes and an alternative path to graduation in a neighborhood that has historically faced underinvestment in education. South LA is a tight-knit, culturally rich part of the city, and for families who are intentional about finding the right fit over the most competitive option, this school represents a real community-centered choice.

Student Demographics

217 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
174 (80%)
African American
40 (18%)
Other
3 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners78 (36%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged204 (94%)
Students with Disabilities32 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

409
Enrollment
23.6
Teachers (FTE)
17.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio
4
Administrators (FTE)
15.2
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Graduation Rate

96.6%of students graduate within 4 years

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Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #507 · 77th percentile

189 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found